she also told him anything he said she would have to tell the judge on the case. I thought it was between you and your lawyer!!I would like to know where we could file a complaint on her or something!!
2007-12-10 18:29:56 · 11 answers · asked by chrlngeer 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
You're lying. No lawyer would jeopardize their career for some slime and the lie you have posted here is a one way ticket to disbarment. Your son was told to plea because he's guilty, they have a preponderance of evidence and it's the best way to give him an eventual shot at parole.
How do I know 'your' situation when I don't know you? Because you are like every other criminal mother on the planet. You believe your baby is innocent instead of the criminal he is.
2007-12-10 18:53:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not knowing the details of the case, I have to consider that perhaps a plea IS the best advice from the lawyer.
Telling the judge everything does sound fishy. Details about the case are supposed to be privileged. However, if a client threatened an attorney (not saying your son did, I'm just trying to think of an example here), for example, I think it would be appropriate for a lawyer to tell a judge that if she wanted off the case.
Your best bet, if you are unhappy, is to hire another attorney.
2007-12-10 18:42:40 · answer #2 · answered by maxximumjoy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We need more facts on the case to offer an opinion if the attorney's tactics were prudent or not.
If your son is guilty, and insists on trying the matter, despite the evidence showing he is guilty, and facing a stiff sentence absent a plea agreement, then the attorney is using a tactic to convince your son to do the right thing.
You are right that conversations between an attorney and his client are protected as privileged communications, and not subjected to being revealed to a third part, such as a judge.
Sometimes attorney's tactics may seem unethical on the outside, but can be beneficial in convincing the defendant to take the right course of action.
2007-12-10 19:14:49 · answer #3 · answered by MenifeeManiac 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok here it is. Your husband will NOT get custody of one or both of your kids no matter what he says. Courts will almost always award custody to the mother unless shes ruled unfit by child and/or drug/mental abuse charges or refuses custody. Now Im advising contacting an attorney only because of the problems youre having with the Judge and he can stand up better for you in front of him. An attorney does not charge for first visits so talk to him or however many you want and work out something with them. You can also contact your local legal aid association for free help if you qualify. You just need to calm down here now before something else happens and besides you have nothing to worry about here. Dont be afraid to call the police if you need to and press charges especially if he touches you as this constitutes domestic violence and assault. I just dont understand the Judge thing though unless hes friends with your husband and any attorney will know how to deal with a conflict of interest biased Judge. But you will not lose your kids here at all as long as you dont break mentally so calm down and make some phone calls now. Good luck
2016-05-22 23:55:39 · answer #4 · answered by nydia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are some things that a lawyer is required to share with the other side, or the judge, there are some things that are privileged.
Additionally, taking a plea is VERY often the best bet anyway. No one who doesn't know the facts of the case can possibly second-guess your lawyer.
Richard
Richard
2007-12-10 18:41:29 · answer #5 · answered by rickinnocal 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A court appointed public defender get paid the same no matter the outcome of the case. If your son agrees to a plea agreement then the PD gets his fee without having to go to court, interview witnesses, file motions, etc. Of course she wants him to sign a plea agreement. And she will say anything to get him to.
I was arrested once and charged with a felony. I was assigned a Public Defender who advised me to plead out my case. I explained to him that I had committed no crime and could prove it in court. He told me the courts wouldn't allow any evidence that he (the lawyer) didn't approve of, and that he (the lawyer) wouldn't allow me to call any expert witnesses or introduce any other evidence that would force him to go to trial and waste his valuable time. I fired the PD, refinanced my house and hired a real lawyer. It took some time and cost me almost everything I owned but I was eventually acquitted of all charges.
If your son is guilty then he should take the plea. He will do less time in prison. If he is innocent then fight no matter the cost.
2007-12-10 20:11:43 · answer #6 · answered by bill j 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do alot of court appointed cases, and I must say I've had so many clients get jail time because their mommy or daddy didn't like what the Judge or District Attorney offered them. And since mommy and daddy know more than an attorney does about the law, they listen to them, and end up with a tougher sentence than what they would have gotten if they had listened to me. Don't be that mother.
Go Erudite. I haven't seen you answer a question in a while. I must say I always enjoy your answers.
2007-12-10 19:07:17 · answer #7 · answered by .. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can file a compliant with the Bar Association in your state. But be sure you have your facts correct.
I am not a lawyer. If you need legal advice consult with a licensed lawyer in your state.
2007-12-10 18:37:24 · answer #8 · answered by Citizen1984 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
he needs another lawyer...talking to a lawyer is the same as talking to a Dr...they cannot divulge what is said...sounds like she doesn't want him as a client...prob HAD to take him and is mad about it
2007-12-10 18:38:52 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
State Bar Association...and No..she doesnt have to tell anyone else anything..thats priviledged
2007-12-10 18:33:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋